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A notorious analyst whose words ignite fiery debates and leave fans and athletes alike questioning his credibility is in the news again. Known for his controversial persona and sharp tongue – and hatred for LeBron James – this sports personality recently stirred up another storm with his remarks about Nikola Jokic’s performance.

The comments triggered a cascade of responses from fans, including a scathing retort from a former coach. Let’s dive into this intriguing exchange and explore the passionate reactions it elicited from fans and industry insiders alike.

A tweet from a LeBron James ‘hater’ and its aftermath

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Skip Bayless never held back about the game and the players. True to form, he posted his recent comments about Nikola Jokic‘s performance in the finals. Taking to Twitter, Bayless exclaimed, “I have never ever seen a man luck in as many shots as Joker did tonight. We used to call them ‘greasing’ in shots. Tonight Joker was one big tub of Crisco.”

However, he received an intense backlash from the basketball community for the derogatory remarks.

Among those who were quick to condemn Bayless was George Karl, former coach to the Denver Nuggets. In response to Bayless’ tweet, Karl, in turn, didn’t mince words, stating, “This man is an embarrassment to sports media.”

Karl’s sharp rebuke further fueled the fire, with fans rallying behind his comment and expressing their own discontent with Bayless’ aggressive style of analysis.

This backlash is also because Skip has been a vocal critic of LeBron James. Bayless has consistently shown a bias against James, often dismissing his achievements and diminishing his impact on the game. This pattern of criticism has led many to question Bayless’ credibility as an objective sports analyst. In this case too, many fans brought up how Bayless is virtually unfamiliar with Jokic’s performance throughout the year.

Nikola Jokic dominated the season

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While Skip Bayless may have his fair share of followers, his provocative statements often overshadow the legitimate discussions surrounding the game. His tendency to make sensational claims and label players in derogatory ways has made him a lightning rod for controversy. This incident involving Jokic serves as a prime example of Bayless’ polarizing nature, as he disregarded the skill and talent displayed by the two-time MVP center.

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Nikola Jokic has been exceptional this season. The big man from Serbia is a force to be reckoned with, time and again proving that he is an on-court general with remarkable passing ability and an impressive knack for scoring touch. Jokic’s impact on the court goes beyond statistics, as his leadership and versatility make him a vital asset for the Nuggets.

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